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Manchester - Chester-le-Street Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

9 trains operate daily from Manchester to Chester-le-Street. The train trip from Manchester to Chester-le-Street is usually about 2 hours and 41 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest TransPennine Express train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 26 minutes.

Distance99 mi (159 km)
Fastest train2h 26m
Lowest price$42.23
Trains per day8
Most frequent serviceTransPennine Express
Train lines1

Price trends for trains from Manchester to Chester-le-Street

Monthly average prices

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Which train should you take from Manchester to Chester-le-Street?

TransPennine Express is the one and only train line which connects Manchester to Chester-le-Street. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
TransPennine Express92h 41m$57.96
  • TransPennine Express train tickets from Manchester to Chester-le-Street start from $42, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 TransPennine Express schedules to Chester-le-Street. TransPennine Express in Manchester leaves from Manchester Victoria . And in Chester-le-Street trains arrive at Chester-Le-Street Station .

    From Manchester to Chester-le-Street train travel on TransPennine Express takes 2 hours and 41 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chester-le-Street faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 26 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Manchester and Chester-le-Street is approximately 99 miles, or 159 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 41 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 26 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Manchester to Chester-le-Street are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Manchester at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Chester-le-Street. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Chester-le-Street to Manchester.

City Information

Manchester

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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.

Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.

And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.

With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Manchester?

Main departure station: Manchester Victoria

There is one train station in Manchester.

All train stations in Manchester:

  • Manchester Victoria

Where is the train station in Chester-le-Street?

Main arrival station: Chester-Le-Street Station

Chester-le-Street has one train station.

Train stations in Chester-le-Street:

  • Chester-Le-Street Station

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